Factors to be taken into account by courts

While adjudicating the quantum of penalties and fines to be imposed under this Act, the court shall have due regard to the following factors, namely:- (a) the amount of potential gain or unfair advantage, wherever quantifiable, made as a result of the offence; (b) the repetitive nature of the offence; and (c) the damage caused or danger posed to users of a highway or to other persons; and damage to any property or works comprising a highway.